Rheumatoid Arthritis XPLAINED written by doctors, for patients.

What is RA Xplained?

Medical jargon can be confusing, but, we take away that confusion through storytelling. Rheumatoid Arthritis Xplained follows the story of Carly, a 32-year-old mother of two.

Through this illustrated flip-through story, learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis, symptoms, treatments, support groups and the emotional roller coaster that comes with being diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Carly has opened up about her condition to help others learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis. Download or view the story to learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis today.

REAL EXPERIENCES

Based on Carly’s journey with
Rheumatoid Arthritis.

WRITTEN BY Professionals

Written by doctors for up-to-date and
correct information.

PEER REVIEWED BY EXPERTS

Reviewed by doctors,
specialists and nurses.

INPUT FROM OUR COMMUNITY

Shared with a focus group of patients with
RA for first hand experience.

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MEET CARLY

I am 33 years old and I am married to an amazing man and have 2 beautiful children that take up most of my time. I live in the Yarra Valley and I love it here. We have a beautiful view of the mountains and it is a peaceful area for my husband, the kids and our 2 sausage dogs, Lowryder and Snaggs.

I was diagnosed with RA after suffering from an anaphylactic reaction to N.S.A.I.D.S. Apparently the shock to my system, brought out the disease as it was lying dormant in my body. It has taken almost 3 years to get my RA under control as a lot of the medications haven’t touched my pain or helped in any way up until recently.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

“This is fantastic! an excellent way to show the story of Rheumatoid Arthritis. Congratulations.”

“Looks great – should be an amazing resource.”

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Our Community

A COLLABORATIVE COMMUNITY EFFORT

A wide community of people have contributed to the development of Rheumatoid Arthritis Xplained. The starting point being the story of Carly, as well those of people who participated in our focus group.

From this, medical experts, relevant medical bodies and medical institutions were all involved to create reliable and accurate information you can depend on. Along the way, the story has been reviewed by these experts and shared with the focus group to help evolve and optimise the content. Thank you to all of those who were involved!

A/Prof. Paul Bird BMed (Hons), FRACP, PhD, Grad Dip MRI

A/Prof. Maureen RischmuellerMBBS, FRACP

Dr. Irwin LimMBBS (Hons), FRACP

Prof. Michelle LeechMBBS FRACP PhD

Dr. Mona MarabaniMBBS (Hons) FRACP

A/Prof. Paul Bird BMed (Hons), FRACP, PhD, Grad Dip MRI

A/Prof. Maureen RischmuellerMBBS, FRACP

Dr. Irwin LimMBBS (Hons), FRACP

Prof. Michelle LeechMBBS FRACP PhD

Dr. Mona MarabaniMBBS (Hons) FRACP

Rheumatoid Arthritis Xplained for medical professionals

The Rheumatoid Arthritis Xplained story has been such a great help to people with Rheumatoid Arthritis, as well as friends, family members and carers. In an effort to help explain this complex condition, medical professionals or organisations can order webkeys and flyers to help let patients know about this valuable learning resource. Order yours today!

OUR PARTNERS

Medicine X would like to thank their sponsor Pfizer Australia for their collaboration
on Rheumatoid Arthritis Xplained.

Pfizer believe that innovation comes from working in partnership with others. We are innovating to bring therapies to patients that allow them to live better and longer lives and vaccines to prevent them from becoming sick in the first place.

We are proud to be part of an industry that has helped treat, cure and eradicate life-threatening diseases. We play an active role across the Australian healthcare spectrum working with patient organisations and government for the benefit of each patient.

STAY IN TOUCH

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Acknowledgements

A huge thanks to all that have contributed to Rheumatoid Arthritis Xplained!

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